Service-Connected Disability and the Veteran Mortality Disadvantage

Abstract: Research consistently reports a veteran mortality disadvantage relative to nonveterans, but has not considered the contribution of service-connected disability to this …

Assessing the Impact of Military Service on Patient Health Literacy in an Otolaryngology Clinic

Abstract: The objective is to examine the impact of military service on health literacy. Study Design Prospective, cross-sectional study. The validated Brief Health Literacy Screen …

The Health and Wellbeing of Armed Forces Veterans in Northern Ireland: The Results of a Cross-sectional Psychological Wellbeing Survey

Abstract: Overview: This report details the findings of the Northern Ireland Veteran Health and Wellbeing Study (NIVHWS) psychological wellbeing survey; a cross-sectional survey …

Self-Compassion and Veteran's Health: A Scoping Review

Abstract: There is evidence to suggest that self-compassion is related to positive health and wellbeing outcomes, therefore, this paper explores this concept within the military …

Critical analysis of the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust Aged Veterans Fund

Abstract: Background: Relatively little research is available regarding the specific needs of older military veterans and the services introduced to support them. In 2016, the …

Healthcare for the Armed Forces community: a forward view

Abstract: Healthcare for the Armed Forces community: a forward view should be seen as a companion document to the NHS Long Term Plan (LTP), outlining the commitments NHS England …

Veterans Key Facts

Abstract: This document offers some key facts and data about veterans in the UK. It focuses on veterans' employment, health, housing, the justice system and the Armed Forces …

Low back pain, mental health symptoms, and quality of life among injured Service members

Abstract: Pain is a significant public health issue that may be particularly problematic among injured service members who are at high risk of chronic physical and mental health …

Veterans Factsheet 2020

Abstract: This document offers some key facts and data about veterans in the UK. It focuses on veterans' employment, health, housing, and the justice system, and provides some …

U.S. military Veterans’ health and well-being in the first year after service

Abstract: Introduction: This study examined the health and well-being of U.S. veterans during the first year after military service and tested several hypotheses regarding …

Armed Forces Covenant Survey for Rutland, South Kesteven and Harborough

Abstract: The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served in the British Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. There is …

Strategy for our Veterans: UK Government Consultation Response

Summary: This document is the response to the UK Government Consultation Paper, containing a summary of the contributions and the initial action plan to move towards achieving the …